Over 140 experts, 14 countries, and 89 chapters are represented
in the second edition of the Bridge Engineering Handbook. This
extensive collection highlights bridge engineering specimens from
around the world, contains detailed information on bridge
engineering, and thoroughly explains the concepts and practical
applications surrounding the subject.
Published in five books: Fundamentals, Superstructure Design,
Substructure Design, Seismic Design, and Construction and
Maintenance, this new edition provides numerous worked-out examples
that give readers step-by-step design procedures, includes
contributions by leading experts from around the world in their
respective areas of bridge engineering, contains 26 completely new
chapters, and updates most other chapters. It offers design
concepts, specifications, and practice, as well as the various
types of bridges. The text includes over 2,500 tables, charts,
illustrations and photos. The book covers new, innovative and
traditional methods and practices; explores rehabilitation,
retrofit, and maintenance; and examines seismic design and building
materials.
The third book, Substructure Design, contains 11 chapters
addressing the various substructure components.
What s New in the Second Edition:
Includes new chapter: Landslide Risk Assessment and
Mitigation
Rewrites the Shallow Foundation chapter
Rewrites the Geotechnical Consideration chapter and retitles it
as: Ground Investigation
Updates the Abutments and Retaining Structures chapter and
divides it into two chapters: Abutments and Earth Retaining
Structures
This text is an ideal reference for practicing bridge engineers
and consultants (design, construction, maintenance), and can also
be used as a reference for students in bridge engineering
courses."
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